The Canyon Weekly March 12, 2014
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Celtic music draws visitors to Cayon Arts Center The Canyon Arts Center was a fun place to be this past Sunday afternoon in Mill City. The celtic group Story Road came to perform for a near full house, and what a show it was. The group showcased Stuart Mason on guitar, mandola and vocals, Colleen Raney on Bodhran, guitar and vocals, Johnny B. Connolly on button accordion and vocals and John Weed on fiddle and vocals. This west coast band is on a
west coast tour and are friends of Ken Cartwright and were looking forward to bringing their show to the Arts Center. Most in the audience had never seen this group perform and all the comments from them were positive, and said with smiles on their faces. Ken said this group is welcome back and will book them again for next season's concert series. Story Road, a celtic group, brought an acoustic Irish spirit to the Canyon This coming Saturday nights Arts Center in Mill City last Sunday. The next show (featuring Jacob show with Jacob Jolliff and Jolliff and Wes Corbett) is already sold out, said event organizers. Wes Corbett (cont’d on page 2)
Volunteers work to build Dental relief van helps eight press box at Santiam By Michelle Gates The Santiam Canyon School District football field has an infrastructure problem, and a group of coaches and community members are on the quest to solve it. The problem is that the football field is missing a press box, which is a covered area where officials and coaches can get a better view of the action. It’s something that nearly every other school has, said Head Football Coach Brad Emmert. Without it, SCSD athletic students are at a disadvantage. “With football, as well as in track and field, vantage point and perspective are vital. Coaches sit in the press box and watch for tendencies and play specifics of other teams,” said Emmert. These observations could help them win a game. “By not having this, we are not set up
for optimum success. It’s like trying to run with one eye closed.” The project plans call for a 480 sq ft covered area, which will be built 16 feet above the ground and located just behind the existing bleachers Davis Field. It will have 4 rooms: 2 rooms for coaches, 1 room for the announcer and scorekeeper, and 1 room for boosters. The press box will also have room for support staff. Currently, volunteers scorekeepers often deal with the October rains by huddling under a small outdoor canopy, which provides little shelter from the weather. “People don’t want to do that, and we shouldn’t have to ask them to.” Emmert said that the group is planning to build the press box without any funds from the school district and that it should be completed by fall of 2014. “This project is big- (cont’d on page 5)
By Michelle Gates For some, it can be hard to find the cash to get that dental filling they really need. For a few lucky patients in the Santiam Canyon, those services came to them last week at no charge. Eight local residents were able to get care through the Mobile Dental Program and their travelling 38 foot converted motor home full of dentistry tools on March 7. It was all thanks to the organizing efforts of Wende Thomas and the dental assisting skills of Heather Aerni.
“The dental van was a huge success. We had many extractions and fillings,” said Wende Thomas, who said they saw people from as far as Stayton and Idanha. “So many people were helped and so much pain was relieved. One young man even had his wisdom teeth pulled.” While the program is free to patients, the cost of the van is supposed to be supplemented by the hosting group. In this case, that was Mill City Christian Church. It costs $700 to get the van to a location, and so far the church has r a i s e d (cont’d on page 4) 1
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Public invited to comment on Detroit Bikeway project Comments needed to help state agency decide if Hwy 46 between Breitenbush and Estacada should be a designated recreation route The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department will hold two public meetings, one in Estacada and one in Detroit, to hear from the public about the proposed Cascading Scenic Rivers Bikeways designation on Hwy 46. The meetings will be held at: • Estacada: March 18, 5:30-6:30pm at Estacada City Hall, 475 SE Main St. • Detroit: March 19, 5-6pm at Detroit City Hall, 160 N Detroit Ave. The proposed 70-mile-long Cascading Rivers Bikeway runs between the two cities, through Ripplebrook. A draft of the bikeway plan is available by request from Alex Phillips at alex.phillips@oregon.gov. Public comment on the recommended bikeway will be taken at the meetings. Written public comment will be accepted both before and after the meetings until the Oregon State Parks and Recreation Commission acts on the proposed designation. Comments will be reviewed by the route proponents and included in the information presented to the Oregon State Parks and Recreation Commission before the commission votes on designation. Comments about the proposed bikeway can be sent to Alex Phillips at alex.phillips@oregon.gov or to: Oregon Parks and Recreation Department ATTN: Alex Phillips 725 Summer St NE, Suite C Salem OR 97301-1266. Information on the process for proposed scenic bikeways are available at www.oregonscenicbikeways.org
Three more concerts scheduled for event center
(cont’d from page 1) is sold out and there are no seats available.
The next concert dates are April 6, Sunday afternoon from 2-4 p.m. with The Misty Mamas, a four piece woman's group from Portland and Vancouver who play a mix of bluegrass, old-timey, folk and Americana. April 13, Sunday afternoon with Farmstrong featuring Jim Faddis. Farmstrong is a 4 piece acoustic band performing country, bluegrass, folk, Americana and originals. The final concert of this series is May 11, Sunday afternoon from 2 to 4 P.M. with a fine duo consisting of Laurie Lewis and Tom Rozum. Laurie is a world class fiddler, guitarist, singer and song writer. Tom Rozum is a highly regarded mandolinist, singer and songwriter. They have been performing for many years together and we are honored to have them in Mill City. The concert series has been selling out and there are only 40 seats available for each show. Be sure and call to get your seats reserved for any of the remaining shows. 503-507-2941 or you can email him at kenc@wvi.com.
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Volunteer raises $2,000 for blood cancers
A few dedicated Lyons Fire crew members spent last Sunday helping to raise funds for The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Volunteer firefighter Lt. James Grover
raised $2,000 for the group by climbing the 1311 steps at the US Bank tower in Seattle on March 9. Just like the nearly 1800 other participants from around the world, Lt. Grover made the challenging assent in full gear. Half way up the climb, Lt. Grover was assisted by Lyons Fire Chief Bob Johnston, who helped him change his oxygen tanks. At the top, he was met
by his wife Kira Grover and department volunteer Tyana Brown. “The firefighters that climbed do the easy part,” said Kira Grover. “It’s the people that have to battle cancer that have the hard part.” This year’s event was dedicated to five year old Maggie Gorham, the daughter of Hermiston Fire’s Lieutenant Corey Gorham. Last year alone, the organization’s co-pay assistance program donated nearly $44.2 million for 14,000 blood cancer patients.
Lyons fire rolls out some shiny new wheels By Michelle Gates
to learn to drive it. This model of is called a “midship” - which means the steering tires are located behind the driver, rather than in front like most vehicles. “This makes your turning radius tighter,” said Lt. Dunn. “It’s just different to drive,” but “the training went very well thanks to Training Officer Cpt. Bob Bivans and Asst. Training Officer James Grover.” The new fire engine at the Lyons station replaces a Freightliner that was built in 2000. The Freighliner will then replace a 1983 Ford Louiseville at the Jordan station located on Hwy 22, said Lt. Dunn.
Lyons Rural Fire District officially put a new engine into service on February 1, said the public information officer for the district. Lt. Arlyn Dunn said that the truck has been with the district since DeLt. James Grover reached the top of the 788 vertical feet cember of 2013 and that the project to the welcoming refreshments from his wife Kira (center) has taken about a year to complete. and volunteer Tyana Brown. Photo courtesy The new truck took manufacturof The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. ers 9 months to build and received it’s first inspection by Cpt. Shawn Raines and Lt. James Grover at the plant in Brandon, SD before it was shipped to Portland for the final Fire crews from Lyons and Stayton will train under realis- touches. tic conditions on March 15 in Stayton at what’s known as a Once in Lyons, the fire crew had Burn to Learn. In these scenarios, an actual building is set on fire and volunteer firefighters are able to train under safer conditions. The two departments frequently work together to keep up to date on techniques. Lt. Dunn said that the Local Neighborhood Watch participants and other interested citizens Mehama Station (part of the Stayton district), invited them are invited to join the 31st annual Linn County Sheriff’s Office Citizens to do some training, including search and rescue, laddering Academy. The academy runs from April 2-June 11 and classes are held at and incident command. the sheriff’s office every Wednesday from 9am-12pm. It touches on all asThose are techniques that they will pass on to the Lyons pects of the sheriff’s office and is a great opportunity to interact with office Fire Department’s four new volunteer recruits, who just staff and learn more about the services the sheriff’s office provides to our started the Fire Academy in late February. “We are very excommunity. Applications can be found on the Linn County Sheriff’s Office cited to have new people joining,” said Lt. Dunn. “We can website (Linnsheriff.org) under volunteer programs; must be turned in by always use more people.” To volunteer, contact the District March 17th. Space is limited. Info: Undersheriff Jim Yon at 541-967-3950. at 503-859-2410 or visit www.lyonsrfd.org.
Burn to Learn scheduled for March 15
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Blackwood Legacy Quartet to perform at Gates Comm Church March 21
The Blackwood Legacy Quartet, direct from Nashville, will be presenting a special concert event in our community. Boasting an unbroken lineage to the Dove and Grammy-award winning Blackwood Brothers, the Mansion Records artists link the best of Southern Gospel’s traditional sound with today’s newer Country gospel and worship music. The Blackwood Legacy Quartet will be in concert on Friday, March 21, 7pm, at the Gates Community Church of Christ. Admission is free and an offering will be received. The Blackwood Legacy Quartet has an all-star line-up. Lead singer Daniel Childs is the great grandson to Blackwood Brothers founding father, Roy Blackwood. Spokane native Luke Yates sings baritone with the group, and is also an award-winning pianist. Tenor singer Paul Se-
cord, formerly a featured singer for Disney World, is one of the most talented in Gospel Music today. Group owner and bass singer, Rick Price, was originally a protégée of the late Cecil Blackwood. He began his 35-year career singing with the Blackwood Brothers in 1977, and was eventually inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame with the legendary group. Performing since 2001, The Blackwood Legacy Quartet was signed to Mansion Records in 2010, and continues the grand tradition of gospel music, performing nearly 250 dates annually nationwide. Gates Community Church of Christ is located at 40070 Gates School Road, across the river in Gates. For more information you can call the
Group still seeking donations for dental van, said organizers
(cont’d from page 1) $100 toward that cost, said Thomas. She’d like to see more of the local churches collaborating on these services. “If we cannot raise more funds we will have to wait another year,” said Thomas. “I don’t want to lose this incredible blessing to our community. Please continue to donate so we can keep the van com-
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church at 503-897-3210, visit the group's website at TheBlackwoodLegacy.com, or find the quartet on Facebook.
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ing!” The program provides free or low-cost urgent dental care services to low-income patients who lack dental insurance or any realistic way to pay for dental treatment, according to their website at Medical Teams International. The event was also staffed by volunteer dentist Dr. Michael Kim from Silverton and program coordinator Denny Sanders from Medical Teams Tour today to learn more about our current specials! International. “I’m so humbled by our wonderful community,” said Thomas. “Thank you oodles to everyone who donated time to our town! Everything ran very smoothly thanks our generous time donors.” To donate towards this event, contact Wende Thomas at 503-871-2128. The Mobile Dental (503) 769-3200 Program is a division of Medical Teams Inter2201 3rd Ave., Stayton national. More info can be found at www.medicalteams.org. www.Emeritus.com
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Santiam girls end season 25-6 Four players honored at women’s basketball Tri-River Conference By Ted Buck, Athletic Director for Santiam JR/SR High Schools Our girls program finished at the state championships in Pendleton on 3/5-8. The team finished 3rd in league; 3rd in districts; an RPI rating of 7th in the state and finished 5th in the state championships. Regis won the state championships beating Western Mennonite (both are in the Tri-River Conference with Santiam). So one can see it was a tough conference this year for ladies’ basketball.
Press box organizers: “We are second rate to no one, and this project will give visual proof of that.” (cont’d from page 1) ger than a football project,” said Emmert. “When this press box is finished, MCGRA can use it, Santiam Track and Field can use it, and football will use it. It will be used for multiple sports, as well as assemblies or community events.” “Too often, I hear about what the Regis's and Kennedy's of the state have - we are second rate to no one, and this project will give visual proof of that.”
The final record for Santiam was 25-6. It was a quality effort by head coach Randy “Pops” LaFollett and his fine staff. Four players were honored in the Tri-River Conference: Lindsey Reeser (Honorable Mention), Alicia Clark (3rd team all-conference), Harli Davidson (with 2nd team all-conference), and Hannah Thompson (with 1st team all-conference and Player of the Year!). Congratulations to all the players and coaches for a successful season.
District support, team pride among reasons for building a press box By Brad Emmert
The Santiam Canyon School District has struggled financially for a number of years, and the district struggles have taken a toll on morale in the area. However, with a better economic outlook and solid leadership from our superintendent, Todd Miller, as well as the school board and school administration, namely David Plotts, the district is on the path to improvement. Production of new or updated facilities clearly displays the improvement and dedication being given to the district and, more importantly, the kids who are educated in it. THE SCHOOL DISTRICT WILL NOT BE FUNDING ANY OF THIS PROJECT. We realize that upgrades to existing facilities must happen. We want to view this as a gift provided to the students by community members who absolutely care about kids and their overall well-being. I have coached at the high school level for over ten years, from South Salem and Silverton to Sweet Home and now Santiam. I have been to over 70 different football facilities in this state alone. Santiam High School is the only school I have been to that does not provide a press box for announcers, score keepers, stats keepers, filmers, and coaches. One of my goals taking the Head Football Coaching position was to field a team and lead a program that was top-notch, that kids were excited about playing in, and that proved to them that playing at Santiam High School and being a member of the canyon community is a thing of pride.
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“We don’t necessarily want money, but rather materials specific to completing the press box, or money to directly purchase those materials,” said Brad Emmert. If anyone knows of businesses or individuals interested in donating to the project, or if people have questions, please call Brad Emmert at 503-507-3955. There will be an acknowledgment sign recognizing all donors, said Emmert.
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Time change? Make sure you check those smoke alarms
From the Mill City Fire Department: Since 2002, Oregon Law has required all ionization-only smoke alarms that are solely battery powered to come equipped with a 10 year battery and hush feature. Because of that requirement, the historical slogan “Change Your Clock, Change Your Battery” may not apply to many Oregon households. The Mill City Fire Department would like to remind everyone to read the instruction manual on your smoke alarms, know what type you have and follow the manufacturers instructions on testing and maintaining them. Smoke alarms are like anything else, they do wear out, so make sure to replace any smoke alarm that is 10 years old. Test your smoke alarm every month and practice your home escape plans.
Albin M. Cooper
Obituaries
March 5, 1926 – March 1, 2014
Albin M. Cooper, 87 years, was born to working at Simpson for many years, Albin the northern Oregon Coast area, and then Curley and Edith (Buck) Cooper on March went to work at Hilltop Market. During lived in a number of Oregon Communities, 5, 1926 in Polk County, Oregon, the years he lived in Mill before returning to Mill City, after retiring. near Willamina. He graduated City he was active in com- He then served as the caretaker for the Fairfrom Willamina High School as munity, church, and school view Cemetery. Albin had a quick wit, and a the class valedictorian. In addiactivities. He served on the good sense of humor. He especially enjoyed tion to being a good student, he school board for a number the out-of-doors, including boating, hunting, was an excellent athlete, letterof years, plus attended and fishing, hiking, and mountain climbing. In ing in football, basketball, basechaperoned many church addition, he enjoyed woodworking, reading, ball, and track. After high school and school events, includ- and visiting with friends. He even built two he joined the US Navy, serving ing being at as many of boats, a cabin cruiser and a McKenzie Whiteat the end of World War II as a his daughters’ activities as water boat. He was a member of North Sansignalman on the USS Topeka. possible. In 1971 he be- tiam River Guides, and the Mazama MounAfterwards he returned to Orcame a safety inspector for taineering Club. Two of his favorite places egon, where he met and married the State of Oregon. With to hike with friends and family were Marion Charlene Bell in 1948. They had that job he first moved to Lake and the Mt. Jefferson Wilderness Area. two daughters, and reHe is survived by his mained married until daughters, Sandra Coo1974. The family moved per and Peggy Cooper, from Detroit to Fox Valas well as one grandOur Family serving yours. ley in 1953, in order for son, John Swan, and Locally family owned and Albin to work at SimpJohn’s wife Beka, plus owner operated son Lumber Company. three brothers. A private Shortly afterwards they graveside service will be email: nsantiamfs@wvi.com moved to Mill City, iniwebsite: www.santiamfuneral.com held at Fairview Cemetially living in the little tery. Serving the family, (503)769-9010 house that is now the 224 N. 3rd Avenue ~ Stayton North Santiam Funeral city food bank. After Service, Stayton. 6
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Coming Soon!. North Santiam Eagles Lodge Local Charity Fundraiser Dinner and Raffle on March 29 at 6pm. Limited to 150 participants. Proceeds benefit Mill City Gates Recreation Association and the Eagles Youth Scholarship Program. Dinner options include: 3 piece chicken for $10, or a prime rib and shrimp kabob dinner for $20. Purchase your ticket by March 15 and be automatically entered into a $50.00 Early Bird drawing! All dinner tickets are entered to win a Traeger Pellet Barbeque/Smoker. Drawing and auction begin at 7pm. Auction items: 1 ton of Pellet Stove Pellets, 1 cord of firewood, a weekend at the coast for 2, a patio fire pit, and a fire engine ride. All tickets must be purchased prior to March 25. Info: 503-897-3100. 640 SW Broadway, Mill City.
will be battling it out for championship. This event is sure to bring lots of laughs. Come one, come all! Buy your tickets in advance as cost will be $1 more each at the door. Advance admission costs: Adults $8, Students (7-12 gr) $6 Children (K-6) $4. Kids under school age are FREE. For tickets, contact Sata Frolov at 503-806-5058 or email satafrolov@yahoo.com. Or Jill Saari at 503-897-3581 or Mill City City Hall during business hours (9a-4p). Santiam Valley Grange Flea Market April 19 2014, 9am-3pm at 1140 E 5th St Lyons. Lunch available for purchase, for more info, call 503-859-2161.
Friday, March 14 9am Mill City Planning Commission meets at Mill City City Hall, 444 S First Avenue. Open to the public. 6pm Homemade Cowboy Dinner 4H Fundraiser at the Gates Fire Hall. Includes Chuckwagon salisbury steak, country potatoes, buckaroo beans, saddle up salad, pioneer rolls and cowgirl cobbler. Drinks and raffles, too! Come join the fun! A homemade meal. Tickets are $30 for a couple. Reservations required: Angie Fencl at 503-302-6722.
Saturday March 15
7-10am Santiam Valley Grange #828 Mother’s Day Brunch with the fire district Pancake Breakfast 1140 E 5th Street, Lyons. Pancakes, eggs, ham, biscuits & gravy, at Gates Fire Hall Sunday, May 11 at 1011:30am or 12-2pm. Buffet brunch includes coffee, & juice. Cost is $5.00 per person. baked ham, quiche, French toast, blueberry 8am All Dressed Up third annual free and banana muffins, biscuits and gravy, and Prom Dress Giveaway at the Stayton fruit and vegetable platters, plus coffee, tea, Community Center. Any high school teen Santiam High School football team orange juice, sparkling cider and mimosas. from any high school is welcome with a Citrus Fundraiser (Feb 25 to April 1st). valid student I.D. Music by Gary Swanson (piano) and Jon Includes #1 grade oranges (30) and grapeBrammeier (string bass). $20.00 per person. 10am DLRABA meets at Detroit City fruits (15) for $22 ($20 for 2 or more boxes) RSVP required by May 5 to 503-897-3454, Hall. Topics include finalizing plans for To order, contact any high school football or e-mail Nancy Swanson at rtb@wvi.com. summer events, city wide clean up day and player (including current 8th grade players) guest speaker Deputy Bush from the MariMill City’s 14th Annual “Spring Cleanor call Brad Emmert at 503-507-3955. on County Sheriff’s Department regarding ing Day” is set for Saturday, May 17, neighborhood watch. Info: holjaccamp@ Santiam Hearts to Arts meets Saturday, 2014. This is your opportunity to get rid of April 5, 2014 at 9:30am at Mill City City aol.com or detroitlakeoregon.org. that pile of junk, broken appliance and even Hall. 6pm Poker at the North Santiam Eagles old tires/rims. Some fees do apply. HouseLodge at 640 SW Broadway, Mill City. North Santiam Watershed Council Ivy hold garbage IS NOT accepted. Texas Hold-‘em Style. Proceeds from food Pull at Niagara Park April 5, 9am-12pm. benefit the Youth Golf Tournament. “All Rain or shine. RSVP to council@northsanpoker games or tournaments are private tiam.org or (503)930-8202. Located 5 miles games, are NOT a Mill City Aerie 3384 east of Gates. Thursday, March 13 function, and are conducted under the Mill 7pm North Santiam Watershed Council Donkey Basketball is coming to town! Meeting at Stayton Community Center, 400 City Ordinance which allows private poker April 7 at 7pm in Santiam High School W Virginia St. There will be a presentation games.” New members and guests welGym in Mill City. Mill City 2014. Graducome. Info: 503-897-3100. on the Tribal History in the Santiam Canating Seniors and Grad Night Committee yon by David Harrelson, Cultural ProtecSunday, March 16 would like to invite you and your family tion Specialist with the Confederated Tribes 8-11am Breakfast at the North Santo a fun filled family event and fundraiser. of Grand Ronde. Meetings are open to the tiam Eagles Lodge at 640 SW Broadway. Yes, real donkeys are playing basketball! public. Volunteer servers and dishwashers needed. With people riding them ofcourse. 4 Teams New members and guests welcome. Info:
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Vaccine Clinic: $10 vaccine exam and discounted vaccines. New hours on Thursdays from 1-2 pm on a walk-in basis. Mixed Animal Practice
24 hour emergency service 833 NW Santiam Blvd
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Monday, March 17
1-6pm Red Cross Blood Drive at Foothills Church, 975 Fern Ridge Rd, Stayton. Please call Wilma at 503-769-5290. Walk-ins are welcome and will be scheduled at the door.
Tuesday, March 18 1:30pm Irena Sendler Presentation & Performance at Santiam High recognizing the life of the great Polish Holocaust heroine, Irena Sendler, often referred to as the “Female Oskar Schindler,” who saved over 2500 Jewish children from the Warsaw Ghetto. Admission is free but donations are gratefully accepted. All seating is open. Info: heartstoarts.org.
Gates Community Church of Christ
503-897-2716 251 SW 3rd St, Mill City
“..reaching the canyon for Christ.” Mike Stair, Minister
Mill City
Sunday School 9:45am & Worship Service will be at 11 AM 40070 Gates School Rd (503)897-3210
gates.community@yahoo.com
Weekly Events
Lyons Library is located at 279 8th St. Hours: Tue/Thu 1pm-6:30pm, Sat: 10am-3:30pm, SunMon-Fri: Closed. Info: 503-859-2366 Mill City Library is located at 250 SW 2nd Ave. Hours: 10-12 and 1:30-3:30 on Tues-Fri.
church.org
Sunday Worship 10 am
Church, Aumsville. Newcomers welcome.
Wednesday, March 19 12pm Canyon Senior Center Soup Lunch Includes soup selections from Rosie’s Coffee House, Giovanni’s Mountain Pizza and from two Senior Center members, including a gluten free selection. 844 South 1st Ave, Mill City. Suggested donation is $3 per person ($1 for members). Info: Mike or Jan Long 503-897-4902. 2-6pm Open House to discuss BLM Proposed Commercial Timber Harvest at Gates Fire Hall, 101 Sorbin Street. Areas involved include ThunderKat, Sunday Morning, and Belly Twister timber sales. Weather permitting: field trip for interested parties to Turnridge timber sale to view and discuss two regeneration harvests which were logged about ten years ago. Field trip leaves at 3pm, dress for potential adverse weather. Info: John Huston 503-315-5969, David Simons 503-315-5612. 5-6pm Detroit Bikeway Public Meeting at Detroit City Hall 160 N Detroit Ave. The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department will hold public meetings to discuss the proposed Cascading Scenic Rivers Bikeways.
Christian Church www.millcitychristian-
Wednesdays
6:30pm Downward Dog Yoga at Gates Fire Hall, Sorbin St. 7pm AA Meeting at Gates Community Church of Christ 7:30pm AA Meeting at Idanha City Hall.
Sat 10-12. Closed Sunday & Monday. Info: 503-897-4143 Thursdays North Santiam Watershed Council 9am Downward Dog Yoga at Gates Fire meetings are held at the Stayton Commu- Hall, Sorbin St. nity Center at 400 West Virginia Street, 10am-3pm North Santiam Quilters, Stayton on the 2nd Thursday of every Gates Church, all levels! 503-897-2102. month except July/August at 7pm. 50312pm Meals on Wheels, Senior Meals. 930-8202 or www.northsantiam.org. Fellowship Hall, MC Presbyterian Santiam Hearts to Arts meets quarChurch. Ruth: 503 897-2204 terly at Mill City City Hall, from 9:3012-4:30pm Food Distribution Day at 10:30am. New board members, volunCanyon Gleaners in Mill City. teers welcome. www.heartstoarts.org/ 3:30-5pm Good News Club at Mill City Mondays Baptist Church. Kids K-4 grade. Bible 7pm Santiam Canyon Community Chorus rehearses at Mill City Christian stories, singing, games, snack. Free. 815 Santiam Blvd. Church. Joanne Hebing 503-859-3426. 5:30-8pm Youth Night Ages 10-18 Mill Tuesdays 9am Downward Dog Yoga at Gates Fire City Christian Church. Kids MUST be picked up by 8:15. Free. Not held on Hall, Sorbin St. in Gates 10am-2pm Quilting Club Canyon Bible weeks with Friday school. Fellowship, Lyons 910-4918 6pm Bible Study at Living Water Church 12pm Meals on Wheels, Senior Meals of God, Sorbin St. Gates. Fellowship Hall, MC Presbyterian. Meals 6pm Canyon Readers Book Club meets on Wheels. Ruth:503-897-2204. $3.50 on the second Thursday evening of the donation recommended. month at Trexler Farm Restaurant. Dinner 7:30pm Santiam Al-Anon, Mt. View starts at 6pm, book discussion at 7pm.
Giovanni’s Mt. Pizza We offer over 50 types of beer, and gluten free options too!
Highway 22 (503) 897-2614 Mill City, OR
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Linn County Sheriff’s Office Police Log for Mar 2 to Mar 8
Date: 03/02/14 Time: 11:57 Description: PHONE-HARASSMENT GATES SCHOOL RD Linn County Caller reporting that her cousin’s wife called her this morning after being told not to contact her. This is an ongoing problem. Date: 03/03/14 Time: 2:32 Description: EXTRA PATROL WILLOW ST Idanha caller reporting his truck was found with the doors open at listed location - nothing was taken caller wants extra patrol in the area Date: 03/03/14 Time:10:40 Description: CRIM MISCHIEF 5TH ST Lyons juvenile pulled up a stop sign at location caller advises they have video of it happening ODOT responding to replace sign Date: 03/03/14 Time: 13:13 Description: WELF CHECK LYONS MILL CITY DR Linn County caller is unable to contact his Dad by phone the phone rang, and then went dead, did talk to him sunday Date: 03/04/14 Time: 10:56 Description: Trf Citz Compl LYONS MILL CITY DR Linn County caller would like to talk to a deputy about
a vehicle that is driving aggressively veh is a tall cream colored pickup, poss a Ford Date: 03/04/14 Time: 15:04 Description: DOG COMPLAINT 2ND AV Mill City Blk lab running around the neighborhood with a hurt leg. UTL on the blk lab. Date: 03/05/14 Time: 11:34 Description: PHONE-HARASSMENT SPRING ST Mill City Caller reporting continuing harassing from female. She has continued to send emails after deputy told her to stop. She is now sending pictures of callers husband. Date: 03/06/14 Time: 5:09 Description: TRESPASS FAIRVIEW ST Mill City KIMMEL PARK Caller is park host at location and as she was leaving for work, she saw listed vehicle in the parking lot. Did not see anyone around, but she did not approach the vehicle. Description: DEATH INV RIVER RD Idanha 30 yoa female heart transplant in October, cold to touch blue Met Com, wants a deputy to respond now, since caller is
Date: 03/06/14 Time: 7:33 Description: SUSP-CIRCUMSTANCES SPRING ST Mill City approx 32 yo susp contacted caller by phone 2/27/14 he made inquiries about 12 yo daughter he observed at a church. Susp is believed to Date: 03/06/14 Time: 12:26 Description: SUSP-VEHICLE 10TH AV Mill City Caller reporting across the street from her house, listed location, there is an Orange colored sedan that comes and goes and it does not have a lic plate. Date: 03/06/14 Time: 15:39 Description: EXTRA PATROL LYONS MILL CITY DR Linn County caller has been assaulted and fears for his life he wants extra patrol this evening. susp goes to trial in june Date: 03/07/14 Time: 19:22 Description: SUSP-PERSON KING-
Mill City seeks 4th of July Grand Marshall nominations
The Mill City 4th of July Committee is seeking nominations for the 2014 Mill City 4th of July Celebration Grand Marshall, said event organizers. Past honorees have included community leaders, volunteers and historians. Please submit your nomination to the City of Mill City at millcity@ci.millcity.or.us Attn: 4th of July Committee PO Box 256 Mill City, OR 97360 or drop your nomination by Mill City City Hall at 444 S 1st Ave. Submissions are accepted by phone at 503-897-2302. Nominations are accepted through April 30, 2013. .
Mill City welcomes new meter reader
From The Mill City Messenger: The City of Mill City has recently made an addition to our team! The City Council authorized the hiring of Joey Bias as the new water Meter Reader for the City. Joey will begin in this position on March 14, 2014. Mr. Bias is from Mill City and graduated from Santiam High School. He now resides in Mill City with his wife Jody and their children. Please take the time as Joey is walking through town getting meter reads to say ‘hello’ and make him feel welcome!
WOOD AV Mill City caller states listed residence is vacant caller has seen several people in and around the house no veh’s seen, Date: 03/08/14 Time: 9:09 Description: MENTAL-OTHER KINGWOOD AV Mill City man is hitting walls, screaming he is by himself. caller wants to be anonymous Date: 03/08/14 Time: 15:59 Description: SUSP-CIRCUMSTANCES CAMP MORRISON DR Linn County caller says that on snow peak mainline off of camp morrison about 2 miles up there was a small red toyota pickup that was parked there this morning. Date: 03/08/14 Time: 16:44 Description: SUSP-CIRCUMSTANCES MAIN ST Lyons. caller wants phone contact. neighborhood issues
Services Directory Autobody & Paint Canyon Auto Rebody 21916 Ferry Rd. SE, Mehama www.canyonautorebody.com (503) 859-3247
Auto Repair
Classic Auto and Tire Center 48347 Lyons-Mill City Drive, Mill City(503)897-2256 Mike’s Auto Repair and Diesel small engines& motorcycles at 27860 N. Hwy 22, Mill City 503 897-6061
Antiques/Resale
Odds and Ends Antiques and Collectables 11227 Grove St., S.E.Mehama 503-859-2688 Lyons Timbertown Resale Home accessories, gifts, more. 1313 Main St. Lyons. 503-859-4054; 503-983-5277. Facebook.
Business Development
GROW EDC: Free & confidential business & non-profit consulting.info@ growsantiam.org 503-871-5188
Coffee Stands
Canyon Espresso at the corner of Hwy 22 and Gates Hill Rd., (503) 897-6031
Computer Services
WidmerWeb Design (503) 569-1229 www.widmerweb.com
Construction
Hueller Construction Inc. CCB #114169 www.huellerconstruction.com 503-859-3575.
Firearm Instruction
Old West Enforcement Professionals NRA#1787-91947 BCI# 1102466 503580-9397 www.oldwestprosconcealandcarry.com
Health and Wellness
Chiropractic Physicians Clinic and Wellness Center 11247 Grove St., Mehama (503)859-2181 Santiam Healing Arts Reconnective, energetic healing for all. Special Canyon pricing. Colleen Samuel (503) 897-3357 Mill City Dental (503)897-2353 Mill City Pharmacy 218 S.W. Broadway, Mill City (503) 897-2331 Santiam Medical Clinic 280 S. 1st Ave. Mill City (503) 897-4100
Heating and Cooling
Lyons Heating & Cooling Inc. CCB#96400 (503)859-2325 www.lyonsheating.net
Groceries
Mountain High Grocery and Gifts 220 D St. Detroit, (503)854-3696 Detroit Market and Supplies 100 Detroit Ave. N. (503) 854-3767 Facebook Mill City Market 829 1st Ave. Mill City 503-897-2006www.smhselectmarket.com
Landscaping
to get your business seen in the directory call Karen at (503)990-3037
Siegmund Landscape, Excavation and Supply (503)769-6291
Locksmith
Gabriel Smith licensed locksmith: lock repair, keys, parts. OCLS #5373 Smithlockoutservices@live.com (541)519-2410
Lodging
Curt’s Place Rental Suite in Gates. www.curtsplace.net (503)897-6126 Adventure Vacation Homes 528N.E. Santiam Blvd. (Hwy 22) Mill City (503) 897-6500 www.adventurevacationhomes.com Elkhorn Valley Inn B&B 33016 North Fork Road S.E, Lyons (503) 897-3033 www.elkhornvalleyinn.com facebook Lodge at Detroit Lake 175 Detroit Ave, Detroit (503) 854-3344 www.lodgeatdetroitlake.com All Seasons Motel 130 Breitenbush Road, Detroit (503) 854-3421 www.allseasonsmotel.net
Marinas
Detroit Lake Marina 115 Breitenbush Road, Detroit www.detroitlakemarina. com 503 854-3423. Kane’s Marina 530 Clester Rd., Detroit (503) 854-3362
Mole and Gopher Removal LandCare learn more at www.land-care.com 503-897-5200
Outdoor Excursions
Into the Wild Equine Adventures mountain forest horseback rides (503)586-8072 www.itwtrailrides.com Kayak the Santiam (503)569-1229 www.kayakthesantiam.com www.enrgkayaking.com North Santiam River Trips with Bill Sanderson (503) 897-3301 www.nsrtrips.com The Oregon Experience fishing, rafting drift-boating. (503) 897-3291. www.oregon-experience.com
Painting
Leading Edge Painting -Ben Szympruch interior,exterior painting, staining, woodworking (503)539-3744 benszym@hotmail.com
Pets and Animal Care
Ark Animal Care Veterinary Services (503) 897-6004 arkanimalcare@wavecable.com Santiam Healing Arts Reconnective Healing for your horses and pets.. Colleen Samuel. (503) 897-3357
Lyness, Broker 280 NE Santiam Blvd, Mill City www.GreenMtRealEstate.com (503)551-2645
Restaurants & Dining
Mill City/Gates Rosie’s Mt Coffee House 647 N.E. Santiam Blvd. (Hwy 22) Mill City (503)8972378 www.rosiesscones.com Facebook Giovanni’s Mt.Pizza 146 N.W. Santiam Blvd. (Hwy 22) Mill City (503)897-2614 Mountain Edge Cafe 320 N.W. Santiam Blvd. (Hwy 22) Mill City (503)897-2741 Sierra Restaurant and Market 302 N. Santiam Hwy (Hwy 22) in Gates (503) 897-2210 Lyons/Mehama Trexler Farms 20146 Ferry Rd. SE, Mehama (503)859-4488 www.trexlerfarm.com Facebook Detroit/Idanha Korner Post Resturant 100 Detroit Avenue Detroit (503) 854-3735 The Cedars Restaurant and Lounge 200 N. Detroit Ave, Detroit (503)854-3636 K.C.’s Espresso, Sandwiches and Stuff 210 Forest Ave., Detroit (503)854-3145 Idanha Grill and Store 183 Hwy 22, Idanha (503)854-3354 www.idanhagrill.com facebook Marion Forks Restaurant and Lounge 34970 Hwy 22, Idanha (503)854-3669
RV Repair
Santiam RV Service (503)394-2348
Signs & Graphics
White Water Signs and Graphics (503)804-3613 www.whitewatersigns.com.
Supplies
Mehama True Value 11267 Grove St. Mehama (503) 859-2257 ww3.truevalue. com/mehamatruevalue/
Taverns/Bars
Red Barn Bar and Grill 916 Main St., Lyons (503)859-2826 facebook Trio Tavern and Food 815 SW Linn Blvd. Mill City (503) 897-3380 facebook
Towing
STR Santiam Towing and Recovery 1-877-859-5757 www.strtowing.com
Wood Products-retail
Psychotherapy
Camp firewood at Hardwood Components, 20573 Hwy 22 in Mehama (503)859-2144
Real Estate
Weddings Your Way All seasons, indoors or out, all denominations. Colleen Samuel (503) 897-3357.
Gregory J. Johanson, M .Div, Ph.D., NCC Director, Grace Counselling Center. (503)897-4830 greg@gregjohanson.net Green Mountain Real Estate Sandy
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Still Only Excitement builds for Mehama community center 75¢ Proposed programs include cooking classes and youth groups By Daryl Atwood Almost a dozen former students returned to the Mehama school house for a community meeting last week. They came because they wanted to help organizers figure out what to do with the building on Emma St, now that it’s getting closer to opening. But they weren’t the only ones that came to the meeting at the Old School Community Youth Center. The downstairs central room was packed with local residents who came to hear and vote on the ideas of how to use the center in the best ways. Residents suggested ideas like a computer room, a trade fair,
cooking classes, art classes, plus hosting space for scout and veterans groups. Organizers said that they also hope to provide a safe, chaper-
oned place for teens to come and meet and get to know others of the community. Pastor Troy Gulstrom of Mehama Community Church hosted the community meeting. He
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reminded the crowd that the vision of the community center’s founders is to “bring together ... capable people who can encourage, teach and exhibit care and help for our neighbors and families.” So far, 800+ man hours has been put into restoring the old school house. While the group is nearing completion on the project, they’re not quite done yet, said Gulstrom. One project that still needs to be finished is the wheelchair ramp that wraps around the building to the top floor. They also want to put up multiple flag poles, which will fly the state flag, the American flag, and even military flags, with the goal
of making the former school a focal point of the community. Funding for these kind of projects has come from the sales of timber on the property, and the group has received over $300 in donations through their money jar program. They are planning to open the center in a few months, on the 4th of July. Ron Adams, a former Mehama student, was thrilled with what was going on with the building and thought that the board was doing a great job. Another former student, Dave Guile, said, “It’s about time that something like this happened in this community.” Find The Old School Community & Youth Center on facebook, email OSCYC@gmail.com or call 503-859-2849 for more info.
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Visit the group on Facebook today! Info: 503-897-3210
FRIDAY, MAR 21, 7 PM GATES COMMUNITY CHURCH OF CHRIST 40070 Gates School Road Admission is Free — A love offering will be received
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